Shuxiang Temple
殊像寺
An imperial family temple of the Qianlong Emperor, modelled on the Shuxiang Temple of Mount Wutai and dedicated to Manjushri. It is known for the Manchu-language Buddhist canon and is shaded by ancient pines, making it quiet and peaceful.
Shuxiang Temple lies north of the Mountain Resort, to the west of Putuo Zongcheng Temple. It was built in 1774, the 39th year of the Qianlong era. Modelled on the Shuxiang Temple of Mount Wutai in Shanxi, it enshrines Manjushri and served as the Qianlong Emperor's imperial 'family temple'. The monks here were all ethnic Manchu, and it was at this temple that the Manchu-language Buddhist canon was translated and printed. The buildings rise in tiers up the mountainside. At the rear are rockeries and the Baoxiang Pavilion. Ancient pines grow thick here, and the atmosphere is calm and serene. It attracts far fewer visitors than the 'Little Potala Palace', making it ideal for those who enjoy quiet. It can be visited on foot together with Putuo Zongcheng Temple and Xumi Fushou Temple. It is open roughly from 8:00 to 17:30. Admission requires advance real-name booking, and some hours may change due to renovation work.
Opening hours
08:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Putuo Zongcheng Temple
- Xumi Fushou Temple
- Chengde Museum
- Puning Temple
- Chengde City God Temple
- Rehe Confucian Temple
- Chengde Mountain Resort
- Anyuan Temple